South African investors poured R179-million in just two days into SpaceX when it hit the public markets last week, with EasyEquities data revealing a frenzy of activity that has already made the stock the platform’s second-largest US dollar holding after Tesla. Retail investors moved fast when SpaceX began trading. On the first day, Friday, 12…
South Africa will look to reignite their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign when they take on Czechia in their second Group A fixture, with both sides eager to bounce back from opening-day defeats. Bafana Bafana suffered a 2-0 loss to hosts Mexico in their tournament opener, while Czechia were edged 2-1 by South Korea, leaving…
The opening round of matches at the expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup delivered plenty of drama, surprise results and goals as all 48 teams began their campaigns across 12 groups. Several underdogs made headlines in the first week of the tournament, with debutant Cape Verde holding former champions Spain to a goalless draw, while Morocco…
2,500 passes since Spain’s last World Cup goal – key stats as Cape Verde earn point Veteran goalkeeper Vozinha stars and Spain reach 2,500 passes since their last World Cup goal – the key stats as debutants Cape Verde secure a memorable point in Atlanta. 3 days ago
As quantum computing edges closer to practical reality and artificial intelligence continues to accelerate, Singularity South Africa has announced another wave of influential speakers for the 2026 Summit, taking place in collaboration with Old Mutual and metaverse partner UBU, at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg on Wednesday 21 and Thursday 22 October 2026. Building…
Africa’s 43.1 million displaced people generate an estimated $27 billion (Shs99.9 trillion) in annual income, according to a new report released by the Amahoro Coalition, challenging perceptions that refugees and internally displaced persons are solely dependent on humanitarian assistance. The report, titled The Opportunity in Displacement: Africa’s Untapped Investment Frontier, argues that displaced populations represent…
Addis Ababa — Ethiopia’s efforts to advance a circular economy and implement the Green Legacy Initiative are emerging as a model for other African countries seeking sustainable and climate-resilient development, a senior Finnish Embassy official has said. Speaking to ENA, Head of Cooperation at the Finnish Embassy in Addis Ababa, Tomi Sarkioja commended Ethiopia’s bold…
Overlooking the Irish Sea just south of Dublin, Greystones is one of Ireland’s most affluent and scenic towns. Its coastal views, independent shops and tight-knit community have made it one of the most desirable places to live in the country. In recent years, Greystones has also become known for something else: Raising children without smartphones. At…
Virtual priority court has processed 80 deportation orders in Durban. (Image source: 123RF) The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DOJCD) is seeing gains in its newly-established virtual priority court, with 80 deportation orders processed in Durban so far. This, as the South African government seeks to enforce immigration laws and ensure the orderly deportation…
Transactional sex, defined as the exchange of sex for money, food, or favours, is common among young people in Africa. Studies have reported that about 10% of those aged 15-24 have engaged in this exchange in South Africa, 23% in Nigeria and 25% in Uganda. The behaviour has been linked to negative consequences such as…
